Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ45
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Launched January 2014

Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FZ40 was released 4 years before the WB1100F and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ40 matches up vs the WB1100F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Samsung WB1100F. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Samsung WB1100F
FZ40 | WB1100F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Panasonic FZ40
WB1100F | FZ40 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 42 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ40 and Samsung WB1100F
FZ40 | WB1100F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ40 has outside dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") and a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ40 versus the WB1100F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and WB1100F is 68 and 67 respectively.

Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ40 and WB1100F.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB1100F to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older FZ40 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FZ40 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Samsung WB1100F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Samsung WB1100F |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FZ45 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-21 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 494 gr (1.09 pounds) | 512 gr (1.13 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $420 | $250 |